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Anne Gayle Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Maureen Hicks
February 15, 2010
It's been almost a year and what a year it's been. With death comes new life. I think of you often as I look at a "nurse angel" that we got from flowers at your memorial service that now sit in your new granddaughter's room. I know you are looking down on her and all of your grandchildren.
We miss and love you so much.
Christy Wilkinson
February 15, 2010
It's hard to believe that it's been almost a year since Anne's passing.
I still think of her often and see her smiling face.
I believe that she may even pop in for a visit from time to time.
Take care and God Bless!
Warren Hicks
June 10, 2009
Mom, I just wanted to let you know how much I have missed you, especially this weekend at Carolyn's birthday party. It was not the same without you, though I know you were watching over us all, and wishing you were here as well. Carolyn had a great time, and having everyone together helped ease the pain a little. I love you and miss you so much..........
JoAnne McCarthy, R.N.
March 9, 2009
Dear Bill,
I met Anne in June 2003 when we both worked at Walnut Hill and we became fast friends, "The Lunch Buddies".
We taught each other many things about nursing; she teaching me about ER nursing and me teaching her about long term care nursing which would serve her well as she progressed in her career to Director of Nursing. It was a blessing and honor to have worked with her and to call her my friend.
One thing was absolutely certain, she loved you dearly. You were the light of her life and she knew what a blessing it was to her life, to have found you.
Thank you for loving her so completely. Your gift of love was something that rare jewels and money could never purchase.
Anne will always be remembered and loved. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Most sincerely, JoAnne
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Kathy
March 8, 2009
Dear Bill, and Family,
May God Bless You, and also, may you know in your heart that there are so many praying for you and your family, at this time.
Please do not ever hesitate to call me if you ever need a thing, ever, or just an ear to listen. You have my numbers. Thinking about you and praying for you.
With Love,
Kathy
william (bill) gayle
March 4, 2009
THE WOMAN OF MY LIFE MY WIFE. I WILL MISS U SO MUCH.MY RIGHT ARM,MY ROCK,MOST OF ALL MY BEST FRIEND.THERE ARE NO WORDS TO SAY HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU AND ALWAYS WILL . I KNOW YOU ARE OKAY BECAUSE YOU HELPED SO MANY PEOPLE HERE ON EARTH THAT YOU ARE IN GODS HANDS. HE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU NOW.DONT WORRY ABOUT ME THE BOYS AND GRANDKIDS WILL HELP ME THROUGH THESE TIMES AND YOUR SISTER GAIL. HONEY I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY FOEVER YOUR HUSBAND BILL
Maureen Hicks
February 27, 2009
Anne,
I couldn't have asked for a better mother-in-law. You have treated me like your own daughter for the last 13+ years. You have forever blessed my life with the love of your wonderful son. You will be in our hearts forever. I know you will be looking down on us and will be your grandchildren's guardian angel. We will see each other again one day. I love you so much!
Kathy
February 25, 2009
Warren, Andy, and Family,
I wish for you to know that as a first cousin with Anne, I loved her very much, and always admired the way she "said it like it was"! She actually helped "me" by staying with you boys when you needed a "sitter" (!)! I learned a lot about the responsibilities of being a "parent", a Mother. And we had many conversations when she returned from being out or away from home and usually always from a hard day at work. She was so open and funny, and loved to laugh! Even way back back then.
She loved both of you very much, and I know that she loved her grandchildren! That goes without saying. The memories that I have of your Mother will always live in my heart, (and the rest of 'our' cousins' hearts), forever.
But, if you ever need anything, anything at all, please do not hesitate to call. And I would be more than proud to help you boys with anything you need, including "babysitting"!
We will all miss her very much, the entire family, and will be saying prayers for you boys and your children, as you go through this time of grief.
With My Love, Always,
Kathy
Abbie
February 22, 2009
I cannot put into words how much I will miss you, Aunt Anne. You were my second mother. From buying me the hamster I wasn't allowed to have to our shopping dates to helping me deal with Dad's death, you were the constant. Christmas Eves and birthdays will never be the same. Thank you for being such a great friend to my Mom and our family. I'll never forget all you did for me and will forever be grateful. See you in Heaven.
Love,
Abbie
Linda Ramsey Hardesty
February 21, 2009
Anne was quite a young woman back in the 1960's. We enjoyed great times at Stuart Circle and I shall never forget her beautiful smile and her honesty! Canasta playing during the night in our dorm room using only flashlights (we were supposed to be asleep) was great fun. She has blessed many in her life and is now resting in the arms of God.
Love and blessings to her family~
Christy Wilkinson
February 21, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In time, I hope the memories of Anne bring you comfort.
Take care and God bless.
Jennifer Crews
February 20, 2009
Warren, Bill, Melissa and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. This is a tough road for all of you and I only wish I could take the hurt away and make the feeling of this terrible loss ease. To Warren especially, you and your mom had an incredible relationship...there was love and admiration flowing between you two that others were absolutely able to see and feel, I know I could see it between ya'll. On the few occassions I was able to visit with Anne at football games and at a birthday party for Carolyn, she was just the easiest soul to speak to and chat with. She genuinely listened to everything I talked about. She made me feel at ease everytime we saw each other. If there is anything I can do to help, please call on me. Love and peace to you all, Jennifer Crews
James and Elaine West
February 20, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Charles Gayle
February 20, 2009
When I first met Anne, I liked her right away. I was concerned with how William met her (online). I had told him I would not count on too much when meeting like that. Anne proved me totally wrong and I told her so a couple of times when she and William came to play cards with Barbara and me. I also told her and William on ocassions that she was the best thing that could have happen to William. (Bill) She was always so full of life and would tell you straight up what she thought. That's one thing I loved about her among many other traits. She WILL be missed by all who ever came in contact with her. Blessings from a brother in-law. Charles Gayle
Anne Stark
February 20, 2009
A strong nurse, tough on the outside, loving and kind on the inside. Working with Anne was truly a life changing experience. She taught me things I had never seen before as a nurse because of her many years of experience in the ER. She was especially skilled and tender as she dealt with someone who had just lost their loved one. She made me stronger to stand on my own. I will miss her. With love and sympathy to Anne's family......she loved all of you so much, you were her reason for being here.
May God grant you peace and strength,
Anne Stark
Trish Eary
February 20, 2009
Melissa, Warren and Family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I to have lost my mom and dad. Time moves on, but you still miss them dearly. Be strong in each other and know God has her at his right hand.
Peggy Knicely
February 20, 2009
Trust in God to pull you through this. Your neice, Peggy Knicely, Mae Gayle's daughter
Mary Louise Dujka
February 20, 2009
Friends we were so long ago,
Friends we were today,
So glad we got together
And had so much to say.
Someone brought us back in touch,
I think we both knew Who.
I hope the time we shared together
Brought joy and peace to you.
Annie, I will never forget how good you were to me when we were roomates at S.C.H.. I love you, God Bless and Keep you in His care. Mary Lou
Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor
February 20, 2009
On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.
Bridget Green
February 20, 2009
She was a wonderful person who had a big heart. I appreciated that she was a great friend to both of my parents and was there for my mom in her time of need. We will miss her.
Warren
February 20, 2009
God Saw You Getting Tired
God saw you getting tired,
When a cure was not to be.
So He wrapped his arms around you,
and whispered, "come to me."
You didn't deserve what you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best
And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free from pain
I could not wish you back
To suffer that again.
- Author Unknown
Mom, my heart is breaking with the thought of never having you to talk to, to share things with, to see you with my children again, to never hear you say you love me again, but I know you are in a better place now, and can finally get the peace and the rest you so deserve. I love you and miss you with all my heart, sleep well....... Warren
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